Comprehensive comparison of your custom allocation vs. benchmark portfolios
| Metric | Your Portfolio | 100% RSP | VOO (S&P 500) | VT (Total World) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expected Annual Return | 9.5% | 10.8% | 10.2% | 8.5% |
| Expected Volatility | 18.5% | 16.8% | 15.2% | 14.8% |
| Sharpe Ratio | 0.42 | 0.51 | 0.52 | 0.41 |
| Max Drawdown (Est.) | -45% | -38% | -35% | -32% |
| Expense Ratio | 0.35% | 0.20% | 0.03% | 0.08% |
Higher Expected Return: 10.8% vs 9.5% - RSP's equal-weight approach has historically outperformed cap-weighted indexes
Lower Volatility: 16.8% vs 18.5% - No leverage component reduces overall portfolio volatility
Better Sharpe Ratio: 0.51 vs 0.42 - Superior risk-adjusted returns
Lower Costs: 0.20% vs 0.35% - Simpler portfolio structure reduces fees
No International Drag: Full U.S. exposure during periods of U.S. market outperformance
Recommended Frequency: Quarterly rebalancing to maintain target allocations
Tolerance Bands: Rebalance when any asset class deviates >5% from target
Tax Considerations: Prioritize rebalancing in tax-advantaged accounts
Dollar-Cost Averaging: Use new contributions to rebalance toward underweight positions